By Aaron
(ATTN PARENTS: DO NOT READ THIS)
When we arrived in Newport we met Chuck, Tas, and their puppy Sadie from the SV Gypsy Soul - moored two slips down from us. They’re super nice people and accomplished sailors. They had us aboard for dinner and told us about their impending sail to Hawaii.
We wished them well on their voyage and waved goodbye as they pulled out of the slip the next day.
We learned yesterday that the Gypsy Soul was lost off the coast of California. She was taking on water in 20-30 foot breaking seas and they had to call in a mayday. Fortunately all three were rescued by a Coast Guard helicopter off Cape Mendocino.
We’re so glad that they made it out okay. Amongst all the rewards we’ve enjoyed from cruising so far it was a chilling reminder that there are also risks.
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ReplyDeleteevery coin has two sides, WOW.
Herb and Laura, this is becoming quite the drama, isn't it? Wow is right...
ReplyDelete-Nicole
Nicole and Aaron were fun neighbors... there is always the real side to the story. It is a year now since we all met and it is so good to see you have had a successful and enriching time out there! I saw the bread you made on a post and I have to admit... that looks yummier than mine. Here is a blog.. the easiest way to put something true out there... for ya if you care to browse it. koamanakai.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteSmooth and happy sailing your way!
May Nothing harm or stand in your way!